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Marriage, Male Friendship, and Desire in A Midsummer Night's Dream
This video discusses the assumptions about marriage and male friendships in early modern England, exploring how committed relationships between men could be seen as more important than marriages. It examines how Shakespeare's plays,...
Visual Learning Systems
Gravitational Force
In this video students will develop an argument that the gravitational force exerted by Earth on objects is directed down. Specific attention is given to guiding students to conduct their own investigations that illustrate the force of...
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Review for You: Writing from Opinion
Mr. Griot will review opinions and how they are important in writing. He will discuss how to best write an opinion paragraph.
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The American People
Dr. Forrester talks about the American culture and those things in our country that make the United States unique.
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Newton and the First Law of Motion
Dr. Forrester outlines the contributions of Sir Isaac Newton to the study of physics. She explains his first law of motion.
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Rain, Please Go Away
Dr. Forrester teaches about the different types of precipitation.
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Circadian Rhythms: Why Teens Are Tired in School
When children become teenagers, hormonal changes shift their circadian rhythm—they get tired later. Since schools typically don't adapt to their new natural sleep cycle, they often get less sleep during weekdays, affecting their memory...
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 2.1 Interview: Oberon and Puck pt 1
This video explores a key segment from Act 2, Scene 1 of Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream," specifically focusing on the interaction between Oberon and Puck. It delves into the plot involving the magical flower love-in-idleness...
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Hawaii's Fiery Lovers to Enemies Myth
Not all marriages are love stories, and some of them are meant to end. The Hawai’ian volcano goddess Pele was briefly and disdainfully married to the half-pig demigod Kamapua’a before their ugly breakup. This story will allow us to...
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The Taming of the Shrew 4.1 Scene Summary
This video offers a comprehensive summary of Act 4, Scene 1 from Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew." The scene is crucial in showcasing the developing dynamics in Petruchio's household following his marriage to Kate. The summary...
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The Stratford Bard: William Shakespeare
Mr. Griot shares a brief biography of William Shakespeare and discusses his contributions to the genre of drama.
Great Big Story
Riding a Kayak Over a 134-Foot Waterfall
Embark on a heart-pounding journey with professional whitewater kayaker Dane Jackson as he shares the adrenaline-fueled challenges of running some of the world's most colossal waterfalls. Witness the awe-inspiring beauty and inherent...
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William Shakespeare: Biography
Mr. Griot shares a brief biography of William Shakespeare and discusses his contributions to the genre of drama.
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Romeo and Juliet 1.3 Performance: Nurse, Lines 27-50
This performance from Romeo and Juliet showcases the Nurse's fond recollection of Juliet's childhood, illustrating her affectionate and humorous character. Through vivid storytelling, the Nurse reminisces about amusing incidents and...
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Romeo and Juliet 1.3 Interview with Juliet, Lady Capulet, and The Nurse
In this video, the characters discuss the impending marriage of Juliet, highlighting societal expectations and familial influence. They explore themes of love, duty, and the role of parents in determining their children's futures.
Great Big Story
The Warrior's Dance, The Intense World of Male Hula in Hawaii
Explore the vigorous training and deep cultural roots of male hula dancing, a powerful Hawaiian tradition.
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Historical Reference: Julian Calendar
This video provides an insightful analysis of a specific scene in Shakespeare's play where characters discuss the positioning of celestial bodies, reflecting the historical understanding of astronomy. It explores how knowledge of the...
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Julius Caesar 1.3 Word Nerd: Offal
Explore how the word "offal" is used today and how it was used in Shakespeare's time. While today it usually refers to leftover animal parts, the word used to refer to a range of leftover parts and pieces, including carpentry scraps.
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Hamlet 1.5 Language: Falling-off
This video analyzes the complex portrayal of Queen Gertrude, focusing on the ghost's perspective of her dual nature. It suggests that Gertrude possesses an inherently virtuous side, impervious to corruption, yet ultimately succumbs to...
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Hamlet 1.3 What the Critics Say
Polonius's first major speech in Hamlet leaves audiences and critics divided on his character: some see him as a wise, caring father imparting his wisdom to his son Laertes, while others view him as a foolish, meddlesome old man. His...
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Weather Patterns
“Weather Patterns” describes the weather patterns that occur each season.
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The Legacy of the Berlin Wall: From Construction to Reconstruction
This video provides a detailed historical account of the construction, dismantling, and aftermath of the Berlin Wall, an iconic symbol of the Cold War era. It highlights key events such as the initial construction in 1961, the mass...